I made it through the day at work, which also means I made it through the week. At times I wasn’t sure that was going to be the case. Now I just have one more week and I’ll be done. I think I can do just one more week.

After work I enjoyed a meal with the other foreign teachers at my school. I am really going to miss them. I’m glad that I’ve been able to get to know them as much as I have over these last 6 months. I’m also very grateful to be leaving. It’ll be sad, but it’s time to move on. And, of course, I’m really excited about Istanbul and a new adventure.

Today was a day well lived. I hope to have many more to come. I love how when I no longer have a job or an agenda my sense of time changes and I no longer feel rushed or like I have to get to the next thing. I can just relax and enjoy life for what it is. What a gift.